Stories

The halls of the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System (WPBVAHCS) Community Living Center (CLC) filled with cheer as Santa Claus made his rounds, not just for the holiday, but as part of a new year-round initiative designed to brighten the days of Veterans in the CLC and Hospice units.

At nearly sixty years old, James Obermesik, has lived through more than most.

After years of service and silent battles, Chaplain Turner at the Miami VA rediscovered connection, purpose, and healing sparked by the companionship of a four-legged friend.

From one battle to the next, including four types of cancers linked to his time at Ground Zero, it goes without saying that Eliot Winokur’s resilience remains unshaken.

From Veteran Marina Perez beginning her roots in Trinidad to age not defining her limits as a competitor for the National Veterans Golden Age Games, she is what many call “unstoppable”.

From the disciplined halls of the U.S. Marine Corps boot camp to the compassionate corridors of the VA, Veteran Mary Jean Houlahan, has always found her purpose in service.

Growing up in the vibrant streets of The Bronx, it was inevitable for U.S. Army Veteran Denis Velez to immerse himself into the art culture found on every block.

VA is implementing a new, modernized appointment scheduling system to better deliver the SOONEST and BEST CARE to Veterans.

U.S. Navy Veteran Bradley Stenstrom’s journey of healing began when his life took an unexpected turn after serving in the military for 22 years.

Dr. Samara Martinez is no stranger to military culture and what it means to serve. Born at Darnall Army Hospital at Fort Cavazos, formerly Fort Hood, her family’s military lineage dating back to World War II shaped her passion for the work she does today.